Universities in North America
20 PhD Programs in Theology & Religious Studies in North America
- programs
- 20 programs
- universities
- 13 universities
- taught in English
- 100% taught in English
- median yearly fee
- 24,240 USD median yearly fee
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Also searched as PhD in Theology & Religious Studies in North America and Doctorate in Theology & Religious Studies in North America.
North America has 20 phd programs in theology & religious studies open to international students, at 13 universities. Almost all of them — 100% — are taught in English. Fees cluster around 24,240 USD a year, and the middle half of those programs fall between 16,810 USD and 32,697 USD.
Computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Theology & Religious Studies programs
20 programs
Specializations within theology & religious studies
Top universities for Theology & Religious Studies in North America
Ranked by how many theology & religious studies programs each one runs in North America — the count is next to the name.
January intake in North America
3 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.
- PhD in Religious Studies — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
- PhD in Practical Theology — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
- PhD in Theology — Laval University, Quebec City · starts Jan 2027
PhD in Theology & Religious Studies in North America: common questions
- How many theology & religious studies programs are there in North America?
- 20 theology & religious studies phd programs at 13 universities in North America are open to international students, as of 11 October 2026.
- How much does a theology & religious studies degree in North America cost?
- The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for phd programs in theology & religious studies in North America is 24,240 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 16,810 USD and 32,697 USD a year.
- Can I study theology & religious studies in North America in English?
- Yes — 100% of the theology & religious studies programs in North America in our catalog are taught in English (20 of 20).
- Are any of these theology & religious studies programs available online?
- 4 of the 20 programs in North America are delivered online or by distance learning.
Planning to study theology & religious studies in North America?
An advisor who knows admissions in North America can shortlist theology & religious studies programs for your budget and profile.